Man's Search for Meaning
"Man's Search for Meaning" is a seminal work in the field of psychiatry authored by Viktor E. Frankl, an Austrian neurologist and psychiatrist who survived the Holocaust. This book is a poignant and deeply moving account of Frankl's experiences as a prisoner in Nazi concentration camps during World War II, and his subsequent development of a revolutionary approach to psychotherapy known as logotherapy.
Frankl's book is divided into two parts. The first part, titled "Experiences in a Concentration Camp," provides a vivid and harrowing account of Frankl's time as a prisoner in Auschwitz and other camps. Through his experiences, Frankl examines the human capacity for survival, and argues that the desire for meaning and purpose is the primary driving force in human life.
The second part of the book, titled "Logotherapy in a Nutshell," outlines Frankl's approach to psychotherapy, which emphasizes the search for meaning as the central goal of human existence. Unlike other forms of psychotherapy that focus on the past or present, logotherapy focuses on the future, encouraging patients to discover and pursue their unique sense of purpose and meaning in life.
"Man's Search for Meaning" is a powerful and thought-provoking book that has had a profound impact on the field of psychiatry and on countless individuals seeking to find meaning in their own lives. With its timeless insights into the human condition and the nature of suffering, this book continues to inspire and enlighten readers around the world.
Author: Viktor E. Frankl
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